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Sony Xperia 1 VII phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia 1 VII Specifications

Sony

Released 2025, Jun 4

12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)

  • 197g, 8.2mm thickness
  • Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • 256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.8
Display 8.1
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.3
Body 7.1
Gaming 8.5
Software 8.2
Connectivity 9.4
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
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Genze total: 8.5/10

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Quick specifications

6.5"

1080x2340 pixels

48MP

2160p

12GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Elite

5000mAh

30W15W

Score breakdown

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8.5 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 8.1/10
Camera 8.3/10
Body 7.1/10
Gaming 8.5/10
Software 8.2/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
3 nm 4.32 GHz BT 6.0 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2025

Updates 4 yr

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Europe
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Asia
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Europe
??? 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Asia
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2025, May 13
Status Available. Released 2025, June 04
Dimensions 162 x 74 x 8.2 mm (6.38 x 2.91 x 0.32 in)
Weight 197 g (6.95 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020
Size 6.5 inches, 103.7 cm2 (~86.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs level 5
OS Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPU Adreno 830
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot; dual nano-SIM model only)
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 4.0
Triple 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS

12 MP, f/2.3, 85mm (telephoto), f/3.5, 170mm (telephoto), 1/3.5", 1.0??m, dual pixel PDAF, 3.5x-7.1x continuous optical zoom, OIS, 4cm macro @ 120mm, no AF

48 MP, f/2.0, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, PDAF
Features Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking
Video 4K@24/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS
Single 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.22??m
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio

Dynamic vibration system

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
??? Native Sony Alpha camera support
Type 5000 mAh
Charging 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min

15W wireless

Reverse wireless
Colors Moss Green, Orchid Purple, Slate Black
Models XQ-FS54, XQFS54EUKCG.GC, XQFS54EUKCV.GC, XQFS54EUKCB.GC, PDX256
Price $???1,419.99 / ?????1,251.51 / ??????1,499.00
Performance AnTuTu: 2062177 (v10)

GeekBench: 9293 (v6)

3DMark: 6276 (Wild Life Extreme)
Display 1475 nits max brightness (measured)
Loudspeaker -26.1 LUFS (Good)
Battery Active use score 15:32h
Energy Class B
Battery 43:30h endurance, 1400 cycles
Free fall Class B (181 falls)
Repairability Class D

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia 1 VII worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia 1 VII is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.5/10 for its class; reference price around $1,420 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Sony Xperia 1 VII good for gaming?

Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 85/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia 1 VII?

Sony Xperia 1 VII has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia 1 VII have?

Sony Xperia 1 VII features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Sony Xperia 1 VII water resistant?

Sony Xperia 1 VII is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Sony Xperia 1 VII have?

Sony Xperia 1 VII is available with 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia 1 VII?

Genze rates Sony Xperia 1 VII 8.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

What is the estimated price of Sony Xperia 1 VII?

Our estimated reference price is $1,420 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.

Where do these specifications come from?

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